Chennai Summer Hideaway: Indoor and Shaded Privacy-Focused Day Itinerary

Day 1: Shade & Culture Retreat

Chennai, India on May 3, 2025

9:00am

Government Museum, Chennai

Spend your morning indoors appreciating South Indian art, archaeology, and numismatic exhibits in one of the oldest museums of India, perfectly air-conditioned and shielded from the sun.
INR15, 1h30m

10:45am

Dakshinachitra Heritage Museum

Explore this expansive indoor and covered heritage centre showcasing traditional South Indian architecture and crafts in shady surroundings with various climate-controlled galleries.
INR150, 1h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Kappa Chakka Kandhari, Besant Nagar

Enjoy a calm and air-conditioned dining experience with Kerala cuisine at this quiet restaurant featuring subtle interiors and a cooling atmosphere to beat the summer heat.
INR600, 1h

1:30pm

Ethiraj College Campus Walk

Take a shaded, peaceful walk through the large, leafy Ethiraj College campus, which offers quiet, green spaces with ample tree cover sheltering you from the sun.
INR0, 45m

2:15pm

Cafe Coffee Day 'Express' Nungambakkam

Wind down in the cosy, air-conditioned indoor space of Cafe Coffee Day 'Express' at Nungambakkam, enjoying a quiet coffee and light snacks in privacy away from the heat.
INR250, 45m